Why Am I a Priestess When I Reach the Maximum Level?-Chapter 108[Vol. 6] - Small Fry, All of Them Are Small Fry~

[Vol. 6] Chapter 108: Small Fry, All of Them Are Small Fry~

No matter where that “Hen” is hiding now or what it intends to do, Violet knows she must deal with the current situation first if she wants to find it.

“So it’s you… We meet again.”

The figure known as [Hidden Fog], who had once crossed paths with the priestess in Zengjia Village, recognized her immediately. Instead of attacking, he greeted her first, as though he was observing something carefully.

The others’ expressions were somewhat odd, but only the [Apothecary] seemed particularly calm. He looked at the two women with an amused, unreadable smile, his gaze lingering especially long on Violet before turning toward the eerie green mist figure that had spoken.

“Since you know her, why not introduce us?”

[Hidden Fog] sneered.

“Heh, this is the one I mentioned before, the person named Violet who appeared unexpectedly during the “A Millenium Night” at the extreme Yin point. She disrupted the sacrificial ritual and forced us to adjust our plans. What a small world it is.”

“So it was you.”

The frail old man holding a bone staff narrowed his eyes sharply. His grip on the staff tightened, and it seemed like he was calculating something, judging their strengths, weighing his options, his expression uncertain.

The priestess smiled faintly.

“I didn’t expect to catch such big fish here. You’ve been delivering yourselves quite diligently.”

“Hahahahahahaha!”

[Hidden Fog] burst out laughing. Unlike the clear voice of the black-haired girl, its voice was hoarse, like the cry of a crow. But the confidence it carried was no less than hers.

“It’s been a while, and yet you remain so confident. But this time is different from what happened at the extreme Yin point. Your sudden appearance may have caught us off guard, but two against six? Don’t you think you’re being a bit too arrogant?”

“Do you realize what kind of powerful individuals are gathered here?”

“Just a few slightly bigger small fry. What’s there to know?”

Violet seemed to glance subtly at the frail old man. Seeing him give the faintest nod without revealing anything, [Hidden Fog] didn’t take offense at her blunt sarcasm. Instead, he continued talking, brimming with confidence.

“Hmph, I wonder if you remember. During our last encounter, I mentioned that I belong to a special organization called the [Seven Heavenly Demon Lords]?”

Before the black-haired girl could respond, he carried on as if talking to himself.

“Our organization has a long history. It existed even before the Four Kingdoms of the [Ancient Spirit Realm]. Though few in number, every member is a peerless master, possessing unique abilities that defy the ordinary. The world calls us the Demon Lords out of awe, but…”

The humanoid mist figure chuckled softly and explained in a slow, deliberate tone.

“To the unknowing masses, ‘Demon Lord’ is just a title of reverence. In truth, we are simply people with our own ambitions. Abilities that lie beyond conventional understanding and give us extraordinary powers.”

“For instance, I, [Hidden Fog], have perfected my “fog technique” to its peak. What you destroyed last time was merely one of my countless avatars, utterly insignificant. If you think that gave you the strength to challenge the [Seven Heavenly Demon Lords], that would be laughable.”

[Hidden Fog] gestured toward the handsome, white-haired man who had, for some reason, changed into a different outfit.

“The [Apothecary], the world’s greatest healer. His medical skills have reached a godlike level, capable of reviving the dead, breathing life into withered trees. In my opinion, he’s no less miraculous than the famed [Spirit Fox Shrine Maiden], who’s said to possess powers reaching into the underworld. Surely, you’ve heard the tales of the [The Immortal Apothecary Saint]?”

The [Apothecary]’s face remained calm, with his signature half-smile. He nodded politely and said,

“Heh, Miss Violet, your powers are truly remarkable. I still remember our last encounter on Peach Blossom Peak. It has been a long time since I’ve had the honor of facing someone as skilled as you. I hope you’ll forgive me if I was lacking in courtesy~”

Seeing that the [Apothecary] had fallen silent, [Hidden Fog] pointed toward the swirling, fluid-like water ring beside him and spoke again.

“This is [Reflecting Flow], a unique and ancient being that has survived since primordial times. I can confidently say that no warrior alive could defeat it in a one-on-one battle. Even if someone were lucky enough to win, they still wouldn’t be able to kill [Reflecting Flow]. As for the reason why… heh, you’ll understand soon enough, if you’re willing.”

The water ring spun with a splashing sound, its speed slightly faster than before. Though it lacked any visible eyes or facial features and didn’t utter a word, Violet could feel its intense focus directed toward her, as though it was calculating something silently.

[Hidden Fog] glanced at the pink-haired demoness beside him, whose appearance resembled that of a peach blossom spirit. Just as he was about to introduce her, the demoness eagerly stepped forward, smiling sweetly.

“Heehee, greetings, dear sisters. That old title is far too ugly, so let’s skip that part, shall we? My name now is [Fragrant Peach]~”

While speaking, she suddenly wiped the corner of her lips, removing a thin, glistening thread of drool that had unknowingly dripped down. She smiled awkwardly, looking like an innocent young girl embarrassed by her own actions.

“Ah, apologies, apologies! It just smells so *delicious* here. I couldn’t help myself. Just the scent alone makes my mouth water. I hope you don’t mind, dear sisters~”

Violet raised an eyebrow, easily guessing what exactly [Fragrant Peach] was craving. She said nothing in response and didn’t acknowledge the seemingly friendly greeting, choosing instead to remain silent, watching this strange group’s performance unfold.

The frail old man clapped [Fragrant Peach] lightly on the shoulder, signaling her to stay calm. He then struck the ground with his enormous, human-sized bone staff, which produced a series of low, echoing “dududu” sounds.

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“Finally, there is me, [Bone Immortal], the Yokai-Subduing Demon Lord.”

“Violet, I’ve heard of what you did at the extreme Yin point. I also know of your status as an outsider. Though I don’t claim to be a virtuous man, I have always respected the strong…”

“This matter is an internal conflict within the [Ancient Spirit Realm]. It has nothing to do with an outsider like you. If you turn back now, I’ll let this go, out of respect for your hard-earned power. We’ll leave each other alone, our business won’t affect your world. Why risk your life here for people who have nothing to do with you?”

Well, in a certain sense, this old guy wasn’t lying.

Or rather, the stronger someone’s cultivation is, unless they specialize in deception, the less they can afford to lie about major matters. Otherwise, the backlash from karmic consequences would be far more severe than what ordinary people face.

And judging by how everyone fell silent the moment this old man spoke, he was clearly their leader. From the positions they took earlier when they appeared, it was likely that this [Bone Immortal] was also the most powerful among them, walking the path of the formidable “Gate of Heaven”.

But still…

“Yokai-Subduing Demon Lord, huh? So you’re the leader of the [Yokai Controlling Sect]?”

“…You could say that.”

Receiving a confirmation, Violet showed no particular reaction. Instead, she raised her hand and pointed to the small girl beside her, Xiao Kong.

“And what about her? If I leave, what happens to her? You seem to have been emphasizing my identity alone this whole time.”

[Bone Immortal] frowned slightly but remained composed.

“She… is likely a spirit beast in human form. Unlike you, her deep connection to the Peach Blossom Sage makes her too dangerous for me to let go freely. If you insist on taking her with you, that’s fine. But at the very least, I will need to place a ‘seal’ on her as a safeguard.”

“A seal? What kind of seal?”

Not bothering to elaborate, the old man simply replied calmly.

“Heh, it’s just a seal to ensure she can no longer pose a threat to us. Don’t worry, it won’t harm her cultivation or foundation. If you agree, I can even be a ‘good person’ and make you the true master of the seal and this spirit beast. Her power is quite impressive, after all.”

Violet turned her head, locking eyes with Xiao Kong, whose expression had grown strange. Suddenly, she burst into laughter.

“Hahaha, so you are a ‘good person’! Should I thank you for that?”